Inventory QA Clerk

Location: Maplewood, Missouri (On-Site)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Temp To Hire

Job Summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an experienced inventory professional for our client in the St Louis area. The Inventory QA Clerk plays a critical role in ensuring inventory accuracy, product quality, and operational consistency. This position requires hands-on experience with inventory systems, strong computer skills, and accurate, high-volume data entry. The QA Associate will investigate inventory discrepancies, coordinate cycle counts, maintain documentation, and perform product quality audits to ensure standards are consistently met.

This is an on-site role in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork directly support operational excellence.

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Key Responsibilities

* Use inventory management systems to research data, monitor stock levels, and resolve discrepancies.

* Investigate inventory issues and perform root-cause analysis to identify trends and prevent recurrence.

* Conduct, coordinate, and reconcile routine cycle counts.

* Review and analyze variance reports in partnership with the Inventory Control Manager.

* Maintain accurate inventory records, documentation, and compliance logs.

* Execute product quality audits and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.

* Assist with corrective actions, process improvements, and standard operating procedures.

* Support efforts to reduce aged, slow-moving, or obsolete inventory.

* Collaborate with warehouse, operations, and quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

* Perform high-volume data entry with speed and accuracy to update inventory and quality records.

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Qualifications

Education

* High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

* 1-3 years of experience in inventory control, quality assurance, warehouse operations, or a related field.

* Experience using inventory software/systems required.

* Experience with Lawson M3 or Exacta is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Strong computer skills, including data entry, reporting, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, process-driven environment.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

* Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

* Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.

Background Check and Drug Screen Required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.